Content Archive: September 2015
Airlines
Gulf Air Makes Progress in Climb Back to Profitability
The carrier cuts its losses by nearly 33 percent
Aircraft
Mubadala Takes Full Ownership of Piaggio Aerospace
Abu Dhabi-based company purchased the minority 1.95-percent share held by Piero Ferrari
Charter & Fractional
NetJets Union Pickets Draw 800 Pilots
Picket organizers believe the events sent a clear message on their stance for improved benefits.
Maintenance and Modifications
Pratt & Whitney Opens Technician Training Center
The company will train aircraft engineers and technicians on current and new engine models, beginning with the GTF and V2500.
Aircraft
A321s To Dominate Airbus Mobile Assembly Line
Largest A320-family jet to account for 49 of first 50 airplanes to roll off line
Regulations and Government
Euro Jet To Incorporate NATA's Line Training Program
The partnership comes as NATA has made a push to expand its Professional Line Service Training program.
Fuel
Textron Aviation, CJP Extend Fuel Discount Trial
FuelAdvantage is also included with $300-per-aircraft annual membership in CJP.
Aircraft
Russia Has 'Closed the Gap' With U.S., NATO Air Power
The commander of U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Africa warns that Russia has achieved parity with allied air forces in Europe and elsewhere.
Airports
Avfuel Expands International Network
Avfuel expanded its international network with the latest addition of Ireland’s Waterford Regional Airport to its roster of branded dealers.
FBOs
Eastern Aviation Fuels Celebrates 500th Shell Dealer
To celebrate the milestone, the company is giving away 500 bonus points to 500 Shell AeroClass members via a drawing.
